Executive Summary:
This notification, issued by the Ministry of Power, specifies energy consumption standards for motor vehicles manufactured or imported for sale in India. It applies to vehicles with at least four wheels, not exceeding nine seats (including the driver's), and a gross vehicle weight not exceeding 3,500 kg, type-approved under the Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989. The standards are defined based on the year of manufacture or import, with specific constants and multipliers detailed for fiscal years 2017-18 to 2021-22 and 2022-23 onwards.
Key Points / Main Content:
Average Fuel Consumption Standards:
* Manufacturers must comply with average fuel consumption standards.
* The Average Fuel Consumption Standard is calculated using the formula a x W + b - c, where 'W' is the weighted average of unladen mass.
Constants and Multipliers:
* Table 1.1 defines 'a' as 0.0024, 'b' as 1037, and 'c' as 5.4922 for fiscal years 2017-18 to 2021-22.
* Table 1.2 defines 'a' as 0.002, 'b' as 1145, and 'c' as 4.7694 for fiscal year 2022-23 onwards.
Weighted Average Unladen Mass (W):
* 'W' is calculated using the formula Σ(Ni * Wi) / ΣNi, where Ni is the number of vehicles of model 'i' and Wi is the unladen mass of model 'i.'
Revision of Constant 'b':
* The Central Government may revise the value of 'b' in Table 1.2 if the average unladen mass of vehicles manufactured or imported between January 1, 2016, and December 31, 2016, is less than 1145 kg.
Actual Fuel Consumption Determination:
* Average Actual Fuel Consumption is the weighted average fuel consumption of all vehicles manufactured or imported in a fiscal year, calculated as Σ(Ki * FCi * Ni) / ΣNi.
Fuel Consumption Calculation (FC):
* Fuel Consumption (FC) is determined using formulas based on tailpipe emissions standards under the Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989.
* Formulas are provided for petrol, diesel, LPG, and CNG vehicles based on CO2 emissions.
* Electricity-driven model consumption is measured in kWh per 100 km.
* Conversion factors are provided to convert diesel, LPG, CNG, and electricity consumption to petrol equivalent.
Compliance and Penalties:
* Manufacturers must ensure compliance with these standards and submit necessary information.
* Failure to comply may result in penalties as per the Energy Conservation Act, 2001.
Impact Analysis:
Manufacturers of Motor Vehicles:
* Impact: Must adhere to the specified energy consumption standards in the manufacturing or importing of vehicles.
* Action Required: Implement necessary changes in vehicle design and manufacturing processes to meet the standards and report compliance.
Bureau of Energy Efficiency:
* Impact: Consulted by the Central Government in setting and revising the energy consumption standards.
* Action Required: Provide expert advice and support to the Central Government and assist in monitoring compliance.
Central Government (Ministry of Power):
* Impact: Responsible for setting and enforcing energy consumption standards for motor vehicles.
* Action Required: Monitor compliance, revise standards as necessary, and enforce penalties for non-compliance.
Key Entities Referenced
Energy Conservation Act, 2001: A law enacted by the Parliament of India to provide for efficient use of energy and its conservation.
Bureau of Energy Efficiency: An agency of the Government of India, under the Ministry of Power, responsible for implementing policies and programs on energy efficiency and conservation.
Ministry of Power: A ministry in the Government of India responsible for the development of electrical power.
Central Government: The executive authority of the Union of India.
New Delhi: Capital of India where the notification was issued.
Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989: Rules established by the Indian government regarding motor vehicles.
Average Fuel Consumption Standard: A standard to be met by manufacturers of motor vehicles.
Government of India Press, Ring Road, Mayapuri, New Delhi: Printer of the gazette.